On the evening of August 20, 2024, the Boston Red Sox and the Houston Astros are set to clash at Minute Maid Park, starting at 8:10 PM under clear skies. Pitching for the Red Sox will be Nick Pivetta, who has an ERA of 4.485 this season. His counterpart from the Astros, Ronel Blanco, enters the game with a more formidable ERA of 2.888.

In the 2024 AL East Division, the Red Sox rank 7th with a record of 65-58, boasting a winning percentage of .53. Their divisional play includes 16 wins and 15 losses, placing them third within the division. The team’s form has been mixed, with 4 wins in their last 10 matchups, and they are currently on a one-game losing streak. The Red Sox have tallied 29 home wins to 32 losses and have performed better on the road with 36 wins against 26 losses. They excel in night games with 40 wins compared to 25 during the day, having scored a total of 614 runs while conceding 589.

The Astros, positioned 6th in the AL West Division, hold a winning record of 67-56, reflecting a .54 winning percentage. They rank first in their division with a 21-18 record. The Astros are on a hot streak, winning 9 out of their last 10 games and are currently on a two-game winning streak. At home, they have a 34-27 record and are slightly above .500 on the road with a 33-29 record. They have also shown a strong preference for night games, with 44 wins compared to 23 during the day. Overall, the Astros have scored 565 runs and have given up 495.